Thank you Dr. Matthew Todd for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His Word.

2017 Offering Receipts have been sent out by mail. Can’t find your receipts? It might due to incomplete info, please contact pgmbc@pgmbc.com.

4/1 Easter Baptismal & Membership Ceremony If you wish to be baptized, or have been with us for 3 months and want to apply for Church Membership, please contact Rev. Xavier. Applicants are required to attend Baptism/Membership class and the 3/4 (Sun) Lunch and Interview at 1:00 with the Deacons.

TODAY 2017 Ministries Survey In order to collect the thoughts of our church regarding our 2017 ministries, a survey will be conducted during the announcements portion of the Service.

2/14(Wed) Lent Devotions – Follow Me. Lent is the period of 40 days modeled after Christ’s 40 day fast in the desert. It ends on Good Friday and is traditionally a time for fasting and reflection. For devotion info, go: http://www.mbseminary.ca/follow-me-easter-devotions/

We are seeking a full-time English ministry pastor to lead and shepherd our English congregation. The primary focus of the pastor will be to minister to young adults and married couples. The Pastor will provide leadership in a ministry that focuses on making disciples, equipping leaders and reaching out to the community around.

Pacific Grace MB Church comprises of Cantonese, Mandarin and English Ministries. The pastor must have formal education from a seminary or Bible College and past experience in pastoring in a church setting is essential. Intercultural communication skills and some understanding of the immigrant family will be definite assets.

Thank you Pastor Bert Kamphuis for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His Word.

2017 Offering Receipt is ready for pick up in the foyer. Any remaining receipts will be sent out by mail after TODAY. Please always write your A/C# as shown at the right upper corner on the receipt when you make an offering. Can’t find your receipts? Please contact pgmbc@pgmbc.com.

4/1 Easter Baptismal & Membership Ceremony If you wish to be baptized, or have been with us for 3 months and want to apply for Church Membership, please contact Rev. Xavier. Applicants are required to attend Baptism/Membership class and the 3/11 (Sun) Lunch and Interview at 1:00 with the Deacons.

Holiday: The office will be closed on 2/12(Mon) Family Day.

Sunday School: Adults: Rm A8 | High School: Rm A10 | Youth: Rm A13.

Prayer Meeting Tue. @7:30pm (Rm A10)

UPCOMING

TODAY Kitchen/Stove Training at 9:45am & 12:45pm in the kitchen. Kitchen stove is open for use on Fri. evenings and Sat. for fellowships with trained users. Other than Fri. evenings & Sat., please apply with an application form to the Kitchen Department

TODAY Prince George Vision Luncheon Meeting 1-3pm in B7 (Cantonese). Come listen to our experienced STM team members share their stories and updates for the 9/20-26 trip. Contact Ade Huen if interested

2/14(Wed) Lent Devotions – Follow Me. Lent is the period of 40 days modeled after Christ’s 40 day fast in the desert. It ends on Good Friday and is traditionally a time for fasting and reflection. For devotion info, go: http://www.mbseminary.ca/follow-me-easter-devotions/

2/18(Sun) 2017 Ministries Survey In order to collect the thoughts of our church regarding our 2017 ministries, a survey will be conducted during the announcement time of the Service on 2/18. A sample of the questionnaire is posted on the notice board.

2/18(Sun) Mandarin Gospel Sunday 10:00am at A8. Bring your Mandarin speaking friends and invite them to let God change their lives. Lunch to be followed after Service at 11:45am in the Gym. Contact Elisa Kwok of Mandarin Congregation for lunch.

Thank you Rev. Paul Lam for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word; and Nancy for searching our vision to Cambodia.

2017 Offering Receipt is ready for pick up in the foyer. Any remaining receipts will be sent out by mail after 2/11. For accuracy record, donors please always write your A/C# as shown at the right upper corner on the receipt when you make an offering. For those who cannot find your receipts, it might due to incomplete info, please contact pgmbc@pgmbc.com.

English Youth Pastor The Deacon Board has approved the hiring of Pastor Bill Chan as the English Youth Pastor. He will join our pastoral team on 3/1.

4/1 Easter Baptismal & Membership Ceremony If you wish to be baptized, or have been with us for 3 months and want to apply for Church Membership, please contact Rev. Xavier. Applicants are required to attend Baptism/Membership class and the 3/11 (Sun) Lunch and Interview at 1:00 with the Deacons.

Lunar New Year Couplets 「福」pick up for free in the foyer.

Sunday School: Adults: Rm A8 | High School: Rm A10 | Youth: Rm A13.

Prayer Meeting Tue. @7:30pm (Rm A10)

UPCOMING

2/11 (Sun) Kitchen/Stove Training at 9:45am & 12:45pm in the kitchen. Register via kitchen@pgmbc.com. Kitchen stove is open for use on Fri. & Sat. for fellowships with trained users. Outside Fri. & Sat., please apply with an application form to the kitchen department

2/17(Sat) 2017 Ministries Survey In order to collect the thoughts of our church regarding our 2017 ministries, a survey will be conducted during the announcement time of the Service on 2/18. A sample of the questionnaire is posted on the notice board.

Thank you Pastor Gerald Peters for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word.

Copier Demo TODAT 9:45am & 11:15am at the machine. Please come if you want to learn what is new. Come try it out!

2017.1-12Offering Report Simple Report is available in foyer while Detailed Report can be seen on bulletin Board. Please check for errors as receipt printing which will be distributed in Feb.

Key Holders–New Security Codes In Effect Deacons, Dept. Chairs and fellowship Leaders who has held or will hold a key, please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam before 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

English Youth Pastor The Deacon Board approved to hire Pastor Bill Chan as the English Youth Pastor. Pastor Bill will join our pastoral team as from 3/1.

Staff News:Rev. Xavier is preaching in Burnaby PG this morning.

Sunday School: Adults: Rm A8 | High School: Rm A10 | Youth: Rm A13.

Prayer Meeting Tue. @7:30pm (Rm A10)

UPCOMING

1/12-3/31 ACTS Seminary Student Intern Oliver Chan who is studying in ACTS will be practicing in the church. He works on Fridays.

1/20(Sat) Mandarin Fellowship Starts Again 6:45-8:15pm in the Lobby. Awana available at the same time.

1/29(Mon) 1:00pm Beulah Senior Home Holy Communion Service led by Pastor Xavier.

Thank you Rev. Matthew Todd for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word.

2017.1-12Offering Report Simple Report is available in foyer while Detailed Report can be seen on bulletin Board. Please check for errors as receipt printing which will be distributed in Feb.

Library Day Today We encourage everyone to visit and borrow books downstairs. Refreshments will be served.

Youth Chat with Pastor Bill 11:30am-12:45pm today in A8. The Deacon Board will have a 3rd interview with Pastor Bill in the afternoon.

Key Holders–New Security Codes In Effect Deacons, Dept. Chairs and fellowship Leaders who has held or will hold a key, please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam before 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

Key Holders–New Security Codes In Effect Deacons, Dept. Chairs and fellowship Leaders who has held or will hold a key, please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam before 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

Consent to Receive Electronic Messages To receive church news and prayer items, send an email to pgmbc@pgmbc.com to receive a sign up form. We’ll put you in our mailing list after receiving your consent.

Appreciation to Rev. Paul Lam for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word.

Offering and Donation Account name and address should match your Tax Return. Cash/Cheque in CAD are welcome, but no coupon/gift card. For one has donated a gift card last Sunday, please contact the Adm. Staff.

2017 Reimbursement Vouchers Cut-Off Day. Please send the signed vouchers with receipts to Joanna by TODAY. Otherwise, all will count as 2018 expenses which need the new leaders’ approval. 2018 Voucher are Canary.

Key Holders–New Security Codes In Effect Deacons, Dept. Chairs and fellowship Leaders who held or will hold a key, please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam before 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

2018 Fellowship and Group LeadersName List Please send it to pgmbc@pgmbc.com for the church directory purpose.

Appreciation to Dr. Alan Shore from Chosen People Ministries (Canada) for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word.

TODAY(Sun) Offering Cut-off Day Offerings by TODAY will be summarized in the 2017 Receipt for Tax Return and will be ready in Feb. You can also click in the Canadahelps.org icon on PG web page, www.pgmbc.com, and donate to the church with a credit card (4% service fee will be charged to the church). CanadaHelps issues a tax receipt immediately.

Carpet Wash – Hygiene and Mouse Prevention An expert has been hired to power wash the church carpet on 1/2-3. All fellowships and groups please help to put the furniture up after using the room TODAY, and put them back in the regular places before starting your fellowship this weekend.

Key Holders New security codes in effect starting 1/7(Sun). Deacons, Dept. Chairs and Fellowship Leaders who are holding or going to hold a key, please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam before 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

English Tutorial Teacher for Bakrs Please contact Solomon Fung if you want to help the family for English.

2018 Flower Dedication Sign Up Sheet has been posted on bulletin board. $30/date by offering in an envelope checking “Flowers” with your name on.

2018 Fellowship and Group Leaders Please send the new name list of committee members to pgmbc@pgmbc.com for the church directory purpose. Thank you for your co-operations.

The Office will be closed on 1/1 (Mon) for New Year Holidays.

Sunday School: Adults: Rm A8 | High School: Rm A10 | Youth: Rm A13.

Prayer Meeting Tue. @7:30pm (Rm A10)

UPCOMING

1/7 (Sun) 2018 Deacons and Dept. Chairs Inauguration We pray that the Lord will send His spirit of wisdom to guide them as they serve Him.

1/7 (Sun) 2017 Reimbursement Vouchers Cut-Off Day. Leaders please send your signed vouchers with receipts to Joanna Li ASAP. After 1/7 all will be counted as 2018 expenditures which need the new leaders’ approval. 2018 Voucher will be in Canary color.

Merry Christmas! May God bless you with joy, peace and love all year long!

Key Holders New security codes will be updated on 1/7(Sun). Deacons, Dept. Chairs and Fellowship Leaders who are holding or going to hold a key, Please return/sign up with Deacon Ida Lam starting TODAY TO 1/31. $50 will be charged for re-copy if key lost.

English Tutorial Teacher for Bakrs Please contact Solomon Fung if you want to help the family to improve their English.

2018 Flower Dedication Sign Up Sheet has been posted on bulletin board. $30/date by offering in an envelope checking “Flowers” with your name on.

2018 Fellowship and Group Leaders Please send the new name list of committee members to pgmbc@pgmbc.com for the church directory purpose. Thank you for your co-operations.

MBCCA Young Adult Ministry Sherwin Kwan will be our 2018 Coordinator.

The Office will be closed on 12/25-26 for Christmas Holidays.

UPCOMING

12/25(Mon) Urban Ministry Rev. Xavier and some English members will serve the homeless people at East end. Please pray for the ministry.

12/31(Sun) Offering Cut-off Day Offerings by 12/31 will be summarized in the 2017 Receipt for Tax Return and will be ready in Feb. You can also click in the Canadahelps.org icon on PG web page, www.pgmbc.com, and donate to the church with a credit card (4% service fee will be charged to the church). CanadaHelps issues a tax receipt immediately.

1/7 (Sun) 2018 Deacons and Dept. Chairs Inauguration We pray that the Lord will send His spirit of wisdom to guide them as they serve Him.

1/7 (Sun) 2017 Reimbursement Vouchers Cut-Off Day. Leaders please send your signed vouchers with receipts to Joanna Li ASAP. After 1/7 all will be counted as 2018 expenditures which need the new leaders’ approval. 2018 Voucher will be in Canary color.